A Quote and a Charge on Drawing Conclusions

From Daniel Kahneman's "Thinking, Fast and Slow":

"When people believe a conclusion is true, they are also very likely to believe arguments that appear to support it, even when these arguments are unsound."

To draw impartial conclusions based on an honest evaluation of evidence; to not let already drawn conclusions influence my interpretation of the evidence. 

10 Statements for 2016

I will focus on what I want to be and not on what I don't want to be
I will strive to produce more and consume less
I will endeavor to give more and have less
I will exercise regularly and put good things in my body
I will seek balance in all things and will make adjustments when necessary
I will know the difference between rest and idleness
I will accept the reality of regret and will use it as a tool to improve my decisions
I will treat others how I would want to be treated
I will hold the need for compassion above need to be right